Egypt visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Egyptian Visa is not required for Singaporeans

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Singaporeans can receive visa on arrival for travelling to Egypt for a maximum period of 30 days.
  • All visitors must have a passport valid for at least 6 months after entry into Egypt. Passport should have two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Visitors arerequired to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough money to spend during their stay in Egypt, which could be a recent bank statement.
  • Minors travelling alone must have an unaccompanied minors form signed by a parent or guardian.
  • The import of arms and ammunition is prohibited.
  • Singaporeans can enter and exit Egypt with its local currency of up to EGP 5,000 and foreign currency of up to USD 10,000, amounts above this must be declared.
  • Visitors travelling to Egypt with pets need a valid Government veterinarian good health certificate issued in Singapore. The validity is two weeks from the date of issue.
  • Proof of accommodation for the entire stay in Egypt. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
  • Emirates, Saudia and SWISS flights are some of the carriers that fly from Singapore to Egypt.
  • The estimated flight duration from Singapore to Cairo is 13 hours 5 minutes.
  • The Egyptian Pound is the official currency of Egypt. Nevertheless, visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
  • Modern Standard Arabic is the official and most spoken language in Egypt. A few of the locals speak English.
  • Islam is the most practised religion in Egypt, particularly Sunni Islam. They are few that practise Christianity.
  • Giza Necropolis, Great Sphinx of Giza, Valley of the Kings and Pyramid of Khafre are some of the sites tourists can visit during their stay in Egypt.
  • Egypt has two seasons, Winter which is from November to April and Summer from May to October.
  • Travellers to Egypt are advised to budget about $80 to spend per day on expenses.
  • Visitors can move around Egypt with buses, taxis, animals and trains. 
  • molokhia, macaroni béchamel, koshari and ful medammes are special delicacies enjoyed in Egypt.
  • Egypt makes use of Eastern European Standard Time (GMT+2). Singapore is 6 hours ahead of Egypt.
  • The power and socket plug used in Egypt is of Type C and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to travel to Egypt?

The best time to visit Egypt is in winter or early spring which is from October to April, especially if you want lovely weather.


What tourist center can I visit while in Egypt?

Giza Necropolis, Great Sphinx of Giza, Valley of the Kings and Pyramid of Khafre are some of the sites tourists can visit during their stay in Egypt.


What is the dominating religion in Egypt?

Islam is the most practised religion in Egypt, particularly Sunni Islam. They are few that practise Christianity.


What is the official language of Egypt?

Modern Standard Arabic is the official and most spoken language in Egypt. A few of the locals speak English.